Rabat – At least six people were injured on Friday morning when a train hit a truck on the railroad tracks, near the railway station of Assilah, 39.47 km (24.52 miles) away from Tangier.

The collision happened around 9:55 am local time at a level crossing near Assilah, according to a statement by the National Railway Office (ONCF).

The train was enroute to Tangier from Casablanca. The collision happened because the truck driver allegedly did not pay attention to the signal post at the rail crossings and crossed the track, getting hit by the train.

ONCF’s statement said the train conductor and his assistant, along with the truck driver were taken to the hospital, with minor injuries. Three passengers were also slightly injured and received medical treatment.

The collision caused damage to the truck and forced the train to stop for two hours to clear the railway.